Episodes

Dodgeball Diplomacy, Wordle and The Flintstones
416
Sept. 6, 2024

Dodgeball Diplomacy, Wordle and The Flintstones

Could a game of dodgeball solve our adult problems? Can playing menopausal wordle help your brain fog? Does the timeline of prehistoric events include The Flintstones? Will Lisa and Sam dominate their fantasy football league and are they prepared for Sam's competitive nature? Is it odd that astronauts are stranded in space with nothing to do? Are armrests on planes the new battleground for personal space? Who's ready for new fall items at the Boom Baby Bakery? Is using the term "dear" rude or ju...
Peanut Butter Etiquette, Dining Disasters and Old Lady Hands
415
Aug. 30, 2024

Peanut Butter Etiquette, Dining Disasters and Old Lady Hands

Should we debate the etiquette of whether to clean the knife in between spreading each condiment? Are you a licker or a finger swiper? Do you send bad food back or do you suffer in silence? Are your hands showing signs of old age? Can Dr. Google predict the end of Lisa's menopause? Do you struggle like Lisa giving up your morning donut? Why is taking a nap better than sleeping? Does it really matter how many spaces go after a period? What happened to Lisa's pasty white face? How you doing Freckl...
Croc Confessions, Thong Sightings and The Time Out Mom
414
Aug. 23, 2024

Croc Confessions, Thong Sightings and The Time Out Mom

Are crocs the ultimate comfy shoe or a fashion travesty? Lisa confesses that in a moment of weakness she too wore crocs. Are thong bikini bottoms for men ever really appropriate out in public? Why do kids today get away with stuff that would have landed GenX kids in the timeout of their lives? How long should you display a photo someone gifted you? What's the deal with people walking through airports glued to their phones? Have you ever wondered if celebrities do normal tasks like making breakfa...
Travel Tales, Bestie Bracelets and Washroom Woes
413
Aug. 16, 2024

Travel Tales, Bestie Bracelets and Washroom Woes

Is it possible to sync up bathroom breaks while traveling and why does deciding where to eat become a test of wills? Sam brings bestie bracelets back on her terms and Lisa is wearing hers out of spite! Would you get tripped up by the washroom with dueling doors? Should neck pillows be worn before boarding a plane? Will Lisa and Sam be competing in the amazing race? How are you going to handle the jingling and jangling of the 80s charm bracelet? Anyone else caught off guard by Gypsy Rose's baby g...
GenX Grooves, Penis Gate 2024 and Crossbody bags
412
Aug. 9, 2024

GenX Grooves, Penis Gate 2024 and Crossbody bags

You are excited to be at the Billy Idol/Platinum Blonde concert and realize it's really a GenX gathering. Then your judgement pants kick in and you critique their fashion choices! Is "Penis Gate 2024" a contender for the most unexpected viral moment at the Paris Olympics? Is Lisa capable of wearing a crossbody bag without complaining about it? Do you use to-do lists or does the thought of it make you feel overwhelmed? How quickly do your toenails grow? Are you feeling the end of summer sadness? ...
Airplane Attire, Fantasy Football and The Pickle Craze
411
Aug. 2, 2024

Airplane Attire, Fantasy Football and The Pickle Craze

Lisa and Sam dive into the viral trend of wearing sweats on a plane. Is it important to present well in public? Sam has joined the fantasy football league, do you think she could win it all? Is the pickle craze something you relish, or just another reason to shake your head? Do you wish for a coochie cooler for your lady bits? Is there a word that makes you cringe? You might agree with Lisa's! Are the mysteries of peach fuzz removal keeping you up at night? Are you a 2-ply or 3-ply toilet paper ...
Olympic Buzz, Vaseline Tricks and Kamala Harris
410
July 26, 2024

Olympic Buzz, Vaseline Tricks and Kamala Harris

Are you excited for the upcoming Olympics? Lisa is staying up late and Sam is only watching Snoop Dog content! Is Vaseline a cure-all for everything, including the more unconventional uses? Sleeping with tape over your mouth for aesthetic reasons-genius or just weird? Hollandaise vs bearnaise sauce-are they really that different? Who else besides Lisa is glued to their TV watching the Presidential race now that Kamala Harris is in it to win it? What's up with Hello Kitty not being a cat? Is the ...
Prayer Lines, Stanley Cup Fun and Soap Dispensers
409
July 19, 2024

Prayer Lines, Stanley Cup Fun and Soap Dispensers

Have you pondered the cleanliness of soap dispensers? Can you survive the Stanley Cup slushy drinking game? What's the deal with TV evangelists and their not-so-subtle prayer phone lines? Are you feeling nostalgic for 90s belly button rings and contemplating a tramp stamp revival? What side are you on with glasses of wine vs bottles of wine? Have commercials gone too far, and is menopause diarrhoea real? Join us as we navigate the quirks of friendship, mock each other mercilessly, and find joy i...
Condiments, GenX and Sainthood Skepticism
408
July 12, 2024

Condiments, GenX and Sainthood Skepticism

Shake your head with Lisa and Sam about condiments, the disappearing treasures of GenX, and more!
Presidential Debate, Vacation Stress and Sarah Burke
407
July 5, 2024

Presidential Debate, Vacation Stress and Sarah Burke

In the latest episode of "I Shake My Head", Lisa and Sam share their hilarious experiences surrounding vacation preparations. From last minute packing stress to the awkwardness of buying swimsuits. Sarah Burke joins as a guest and brings exciting news about Lisa and Sam teaming up with Women in Media, pioneering more opportunities for Canadian talent. Guess who might be resistant to change? The Presidential debate has them asking how old is too old to be in office? Are Caesar garnishes getting o...
Trailer: I Shake My Head with Lisa and Sam
July 1, 2024

Trailer: I Shake My Head with Lisa and Sam

Two friends in our fifties who love to banter about everyday occurrences, quirky habits, and pop culture. Candid conversations range from trivial annoyances to hilarious anecdotes about life. We offer you, an escape into life’s absurdities with laughter and a touch of sarcasm.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Weather Woes
406
June 28, 2024

Weather Woes

Are you prepared for the unexpected or do you ignore the tornado warnings like Lisa? Sam experienced weather woes; panic bought tea lights and almost packed a to-go bag. Have you ever pondered the unwritten rules of lawn mowing noise etiquette? Is Knotty Knickers an appropriate name for menopausal sleepwear? Is Croc patio furniture taking this weird trend too far? Do you hate those awkward line conversations at the doctor's office? Did you love or hate boxed pizza as a kid? Is KD and hotdogs a l...
Practicing Our Smiles
405
June 21, 2024

Practicing Our Smiles

Do you practice your smile? Lisa and Sam are struggling to capture a natural smile without looking a little crazy! Will JT survive the blow out from his DUI? Is the snail facial the next big tik tok trend? Is it time to debate if bananas are a fall or summer fruit? Are shoes with secret compartments the ultimate summer accessory, or just a quirky trend you never knew you needed? Could roller skating become an Olympic sport? Do your fry-dipping preferences spark debates more intense than pineappl...
Gathering Our Thoughts
404
June 14, 2024

Gathering Our Thoughts

Do you stop to gather your thoughts? Lisa feels it needs to happen more which is odd because she doesn't think before she speaks! Do you, dear listener, want to know how our week is going? Are Arby's curly fries the best fast food fries? What if a KitKat and ketchup had a baby, culinary genius or gastronomic disaster? How often do you replace your underwear and can your period make you more efficient? Does raw hamburger in a hotdog bun intrigue or horrify you? Do you challenge your brain and wil...
Body Odour Be Gone
403
June 7, 2024

Body Odour Be Gone

What's the deal with the full-body deodorant trend? Do women really need to smell like a flower garden from head to toe? Are you team donut or team timbits? Guess who's back, back again and making Gen X sooo happy! Is a Stanley snack bowl a must-have for the summer? Do you have no shame in your no name cereal game? Do clear puzzles make you want to pull your hair out? Have the endless streaming options got you shaking your head? Does anyone else have awkward conversations not knowing when to end...
Hot Girl Walks
402
May 31, 2024

Hot Girl Walks

Sam is shaking her head at the idea of hot girl walks. Isn't it just walking? Lisa thinks this is perfect, she has a route all picked out! Have you ever inked something deeply personal on your skin? Lisa did! Are you team Lisa with having blind faith in GPS navigation, or do you share Sam's skepticism? How do you pronounce "twat"? What possession is so important to you that if it dropped in a public toilet, you'd go after it? What's the deal with spam fries, are they the next big thing or a food...
Grandma's McFlurry?
401
May 24, 2024

Grandma's McFlurry?

Is it possible to capture the memory of your Grandma with ice cream? Will a bite of a Grandma McFlurry bring the memories flooding back? Ready to laugh about the oddities of 'good enough' cleaning and why a Kleenex box never matches your decor? Are you invested in TV shows only to feel let down by the finale? GenZ have their sights set on banning ankle socks, do you care? What's your take on the "Duff cut" for sandwiches? Did you struggle with acne in your youth? Ever been baffled by restaurant ...
Milestone Mayhem
400
May 17, 2024

Milestone Mayhem

This episode is a milestone for Lisa and Sam but it's got a bit of mayhem mixed in! They reminisce about podcasting in the car and what really hasn't changed over the last 400 episodes. Is the banana the last fruit to not be touched by inflation? Ever wonder if your Corelle dishes might outlive you? Is Whoopi's candid sex life chat too bold or just right? Period panties - revolutionising protection or a messy flop? Have we forgotten about good old Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang? What makes B...
Brunch Board Brilliance
399
May 10, 2024

Brunch Board Brilliance

Struggling to find your brunch board brilliance? Are croissants the touch of class your brunch board is missing? Has expensive ice cream prices signalled divine intervention in your dessert choices? Do Crocs and UGGs deserve a space in anyone’s wardrobe, or are they just a fashion faux pas waiting to happen? Instructions needed or just getting in the way? Are you finding yourself highly skilled at hoarding items for a yard sale? If the younger generation calls you "hon" or "sweetie"s is it endea...
Bestie Bracelets??
398
May 3, 2024

Bestie Bracelets??

Do bestie bracelets have you reminiscing about middle school, or are they just another relic of the past? Lisa is all for it but Sam is a hell no! Can pretzels be a crunchy epiphany in snack form? Is the sun creeping through your curtains, nature's cruel alarm clock? What’s your stance on sleep masks – essential blackout gear or stylish nighttime accessory? How do you navigate conversations about odd celebrity outbursts at work without blushing? Is it time for Lisa to do her own pancake review? ...
Unexpected Therapy
397
April 26, 2024

Unexpected Therapy

Is squeezing bread at the grocery store the unexpected therapy you never knew you needed? Are you baffled by Post Malone without his face tattoos? Have you also fallen for the enigma of the TikTok burrito? How do you feel about aeroplane seats that recline into your personal space? Are morning routines truly the secret to Lisa's cheery disposition? Could you commit to a "summer cleanse diet" involving a strategic walk from pizzeria to mall? When did coffee after supper and tea before bed become ...
Panty Predicaments
396
April 19, 2024

Panty Predicaments

Feeling a little snug in your panties? Lisa has a panty predicament when she realises her day 8 panties are a bit snug in all the wrong places! TMI!! Can repeating daily affirmations have a positive impact on your wellbeing? Lisa has her happiness donuts, what are your go-to happiness foods? Are you like Lisa and have a pair of glasses for every occasion? Is the PDA between Taylor and Travis getting to be a bit much? Do dogs ever wonder how many other dogs peed on that pole? Are you team toaster...
Sniffing Bleach
395
April 12, 2024

Sniffing Bleach

With bleach in one hand and a lemon cleaner in the other the ladies debate what a truly clean house should smell like. If you aren't sniffing bleach is it really clean? Lisa confesses to the allure of sprinkle donuts, while Sam waves the health flag in protest. Is a donut a breakfast food and what are thoughts on snow mold? Is it tomato sandwich season yet? Will Lisa learn a smokey eye from Victoria Beckham? Can a period at the end of a sentence strike fear in your heart? Is Lisa experimenting w...
French Fry Fantasy
394
April 5, 2024

French Fry Fantasy

Do you have french fry fantasies? Lisa reminisces about french fry trucks from her childhood and thinks they should start a new side hustle. That's a hell no for Sam! Can we take issue with someone still having their Christmas tree up? How curious are you about the conjoined twins getting married? Is GenX really different from the rest? When did Easter become Christmas? Did you know athletes were banned from having sex at the Olympics? Do you have self-checkout line etiquette and shouldn't vapin...